News for 'heart attack'

Kannada Actor Dileep Raj, 47, Dies of Heart Attack

Kannada Actor Dileep Raj, 47, Dies of Heart Attack

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Kannada actor Dileep Raj, known for his extensive work in both television and cinema over two decades, has passed away at the age of 47 due to a heart attack.

Manda Mhatre, BJP MLA, Recovering After Heart Attack

Manda Mhatre, BJP MLA, Recovering After Heart Attack

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

BJP MLA Manda Mhatre from Belapur, Navi Mumbai, was hospitalised after suffering a heart attack. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde enquired about her health.

Chest Pain To Fatigue: 10 Silent Warning Signs Of A Heart Attack

Chest Pain To Fatigue: 10 Silent Warning Signs Of A Heart Attack

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

If a patient complains of chest pain, irrespective of what you might think the reason could be, you shouldn't delay getting medical help, advises Dr Abhilash Mishra.

Cheque Bounce Accused Dies of Heart Attack in Beed Jail

Cheque Bounce Accused Dies of Heart Attack in Beed Jail

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A 55-year-old man, Ganesh Kashinath Pawar, accused in a cheque bounce case, died of a heart attack at Beed district jail in Maharashtra. He was in judicial custody after failing to appear in court.

Can A Broken Heart Lead To A Heart Attack?

Can A Broken Heart Lead To A Heart Attack?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

While heartbreak is often seen as an emotional struggle, it is also known to cause headaches, nausea and vomiting, abdominal distress, weight gain or weight loss and could lead to a heart attack, warns Dr Rahul Bajaj.

Bus driver saves passengers despite suffering fatal heart attack

Bus driver saves passengers despite suffering fatal heart attack

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The driver of a bus of the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) died on Thursday after suffering a heart attack while driving on the Koraput-Sunabeda stretch, police said.

Heart Disease Risk Calculators Inadequate for Indian Population, Study Finds

Heart Disease Risk Calculators Inadequate for Indian Population, Study Finds

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A new study reveals that widely used heart disease risk calculators may not accurately identify Indians at risk, potentially leading to underestimation of risk and delayed treatment.

Can Smoking Lead To Heart Attack?

Can Smoking Lead To Heart Attack?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Dr Ashish Mishra, consultant interventional cardiologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, explains how smoking and alcohol can impair your heart health and lead to cardiac arrest.

Gambhir rushes home as mother suffers heart attack

Gambhir rushes home as mother suffers heart attack

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Friday returned to the country after mother Seema Gambhir had to be hospitalized due to health emergency.

Rajasthan Teacher Found Dead in Rented Home; Heart Condition Investigated

Rajasthan Teacher Found Dead in Rented Home; Heart Condition Investigated

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A 40-year-old government school teacher, Mukesh Meena, was found dead in his rented house in Pali, Rajasthan. Preliminary investigations suggest a possible heart attack, with the deceased having a history of heart ailment.

Panchayat Actor Aasif Khan Suffers Heart Attack

Panchayat Actor Aasif Khan Suffers Heart Attack

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The 34-year-old actor took to Instagram and said he is recovering well.

83-year-old man dies of heart attack after losing Rs 1.2 crore in 'digital arrest' fraud

83-year-old man dies of heart attack after losing Rs 1.2 crore in 'digital arrest' fraud

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

An 83-year-old Pune resident died of a heart attack after being defrauded of Rs 1.2 crore in a 'digital arrest' scam. Fraudsters posing as police and CBI personnel targeted the man and his wife, threatening them with arrest in a money laundering case.

Nearly 18,000 Young Adults Died of Heart Issues in Haryana Since 2020

Nearly 18,000 Young Adults Died of Heart Issues in Haryana Since 2020

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Haryana Assembly was informed that nearly 18,000 people aged 18-45 died due to heart attacks or heart failures between January 2020 and January 2026. The government stated that no survey was conducted to ascertain if these deaths had any correlation with COVID-19 infection or vaccinations.

No link between Covid vaccine and heart attacks: Expert panel

No link between Covid vaccine and heart attacks: Expert panel

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

An expert committee in Karnataka has concluded that there is no association between premature cardiovascular disease and a prior history of Covid-19 infection or Covid vaccination. The report suggests that common risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, and smoking are more likely causes.

Covid vaccine causing heart attacks? What Centre says

Covid vaccine causing heart attacks? What Centre says

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

The Union Health Ministry refutes claims linking heart-related deaths to Covid vaccines, citing extensive studies by ICMR and AIIMS.

Dowry Dispute Turns Wedding Into Tragedy, Bride's Father Dies

Dowry Dispute Turns Wedding Into Tragedy, Bride's Father Dies

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A wedding ceremony in Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar, turned tragic when a dispute over dowry and the 'mehr' amount led to the bride's father suffering a fatal heart attack. Following his death, angry relatives and locals held the groom's party hostage and assaulted them, prompting police intervention to control the situation. An investigation is currently underway.

Nearly 18,000 Young Adults Died of Heart Issues in Haryana Since 2020

Nearly 18,000 Young Adults Died of Heart Issues in Haryana Since 2020

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Haryana Assembly was informed that nearly 18,000 people aged 18-45 died due to heart attacks or heart failures between January 2020 and January 2026. The government stated that no survey was conducted to ascertain if these deaths correlate with COVID-19 infection or vaccinations.

Dowry Dispute Leads To Father's Death, Wedding Chaos

Dowry Dispute Leads To Father's Death, Wedding Chaos

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A wedding in Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar, turned tragic when a dispute over dowry and the 'mehr' amount led to the bride's father suffering a fatal heart attack. The incident sparked anger among relatives and locals, who held the groom's party hostage and assaulted them, prompting police intervention to control the situation. An investigation is currently underway.

'I have no sponsors, no job': Sindhushree used borrowed pole to break national record

'I have no sponsors, no job': Sindhushree used borrowed pole to break national record

Rediff.com4 days ago

G Sindhushree lacked the funds to buy proper equipment after her father's death in 2022, forcing her to compete with shorter poles until she borrowed a longer one just two weeks before the National Inter-State Championships in Bhubaneswar.

Experts say regular health check-ups must amid rising heart attacks

Experts say regular health check-ups must amid rising heart attacks

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Recent reports of heart attacks occurring while dancing, driving, or even walking have raised concerns about the condition's unpredictability. Experts emphasize the importance of regular health check-ups to detect underlying heart diseases and prevent sudden cardiac events. Factors contributing to the rise include unhealthy lifestyles, genetic predisposition, and inadequate sleep. The article highlights the need for increased public awareness and stricter implementation of government programs to address the growing trend of heart attacks, particularly among younger individuals.

DoctorSpeak: What You Must Know About A Heart Attack

DoctorSpeak: What You Must Know About A Heart Attack

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Dr Ruchit Shah, interventional cardiologist at Mumbai's Masina Hospital, tackles important questions related to the heart.

'There will never be another Jaspal Rana'

'There will never be another Jaspal Rana'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

The Indian shooting fraternity is mourning the sudden demise of legendary pistol ace and Dronacharya awardee Jaspal Rana at the age of 49 due to cardiac complications. Rana, a multiple-time Commonwealth and Asian Games gold medallist, was also a highly successful coach who mentored Olympic medallists like Manu Bhaker, leaving an indelible mark on Indian shooting.

FIFA World Cup: 'Make the hearts of the people of Iran happy'

FIFA World Cup: 'Make the hearts of the people of Iran happy'

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Dropped Iran striker Sardar Azmoun has posted a heartfelt message on social media proclaiming his love for his country and wishing the World Cup squad well at the tournament without him.

40 Years After 'Hand Of God' Diego Maradona Still Argentina's World Cup Hero

40 Years After 'Hand Of God' Diego Maradona Still Argentina's World Cup Hero

Rediff.com7 days ago

Monday marks 40 years since Diego Maradona's defining performance in Argentina's 2-1 win over England in the 1986 World Cup quarter-finals at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium.

Pulwama attack accused dies of heart attack in Jammu hospital

Pulwama attack accused dies of heart attack in Jammu hospital

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

A 32-year-old man chargesheeted in the deadly terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district five years ago has died of a heart attack in the Government Medical College Hospital in Jammu, officials said.

Ex-Karnataka pacer S L Akshay dies after collapsing on pitch

Ex-Karnataka pacer S L Akshay dies after collapsing on pitch

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Former Karnataka pacer S L Akshay died in Bengaluru on Sunday due to heart attack.

Gurugram Man Dies After Suspected Sex Drug Overdose

Gurugram Man Dies After Suspected Sex Drug Overdose

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A 29-year-old man in Gurugram died from a suspected overdose of a sex-enhancing drug. Police found medicine wrappers in his room and are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Why Young Indians Are At Risk Of A Heart Attack

Why Young Indians Are At Risk Of A Heart Attack

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

It's important to take breaks, spend time with loved ones and engage in activities like yoga or meditation to help relax and relieve stress.

Sushmita Sen Suffers Heart Attack

Sushmita Sen Suffers Heart Attack

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

The 47 year old actress says, 'Angioplasty done...stent in place...and most importantly, my cardiologist reconfirmed 'I do have a big heart''

'Job Market Is Collapsing Like Pack Of Cards'

'Job Market Is Collapsing Like Pack Of Cards'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

'You have seen the retrenchments by big corporates in the IT industry because they are not getting enough offers.' 'MSMEs in the manufacturing sector are really struggling. They do not know what to do. They are not able to predict what will happen tomorrow.'

5 Warning Signs Of a Heart Attack

5 Warning Signs Of a Heart Attack

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

If you suddenly feel fatigued or tired after doing something you had no problem doing in the past -- like climbing the stairs or carrying groceries from the car -- please see your doctor immediately.

Olympic hockey medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal dies at 84

Olympic hockey medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal dies at 84

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Olympic hockey medallist Gurbax Singh Grewal has passed away at the age of 84 after suffering a heart attack. He was a member of the Indian team that won bronze at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics.

FIFA WC: England's Bellingham scores, makes history in Panama win

FIFA WC: England's Bellingham scores, makes history in Panama win

Rediff.com2 days ago

Becomes youngest England player to score a goal and assist in a World Cup match

Sudden heart attacks linked to Covid vax? New study finds...

Sudden heart attacks linked to Covid vax? New study finds...

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

A study by AIIMS-Delhi and ICMR found no link between COVID-19 vaccination and sudden cardiac arrests in young individuals, citing lifestyle factors as more prominent causes.

Unheralded G Sindhushree Sets New Pole Vault National Record, Qualifies For Asian Games

Unheralded G Sindhushree Sets New Pole Vault National Record, Qualifies For Asian Games

Rediff.com5 days ago

Karnataka's G Sindhushree, an unheralded pole vaulter, achieved a new national record of 4.25m at the National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar. This performance not only secured her a gold medal but also a spot in the Asian Games. Overcoming personal hardships, Sindhushree dedicated her achievement to her late father. The event also saw other athletes like Animesh Kujur, Harshita Bhadra, Manpreet Kaur, Gowthami Jayaraman, Mohammed Afsal, and N Thowfeeq qualify for the Asian Games in various disciplines.

Tamim Iqbal discharged after heart attack, thanks fans for prayers

Tamim Iqbal discharged after heart attack, thanks fans for prayers

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Tamim was discharged on Friday, four days after the incident, and thanked everyone who stood by him during the difficult time.

Why Are Younger Indians Getting Heart Attacks?

Why Are Younger Indians Getting Heart Attacks?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

rediffGURU Dr Vivek Mahajan, interventional cardiologist at Fortis Hospital, Kalyan, explains how young Indians can correct their lifestyle in order to protect themselves from sudden and unexpected cardiac arrests.

Odisha To Formulate SOP After Census Officials Attacked

Odisha To Formulate SOP After Census Officials Attacked

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Four Census officials were assaulted in Odisha's Dhenkanal district, prompting the state government to formulate a standard operating procedure (SOP) to safeguard census officials from physical harm and heat-related risks.

Investigation Launched After Body Found Near Bihar Police HQ

Investigation Launched After Body Found Near Bihar Police HQ

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

A body was discovered outside the Bihar police headquarters in Patna. Police are investigating the cause of death, with initial indications suggesting a possible heart attack.

Salah Stars as Egypt Rewrite History With Maiden World Cup Victory

Salah Stars as Egypt Rewrite History With Maiden World Cup Victory

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

Mohamed Salah scored and assisted as Egypt came from behind to beat New Zealand 3-1 in Vancouver, securing the country's first-ever FIFA World Cup victory and moving top of Group G.